Written by: Joe Jacobs
Buddy Pegs, a beloved name in the family biking community of Bentonville, AR, is excited to announce a significant transformation. Effective January 2nd, 2024, our business will operate under a new name: Pedal Kids USA. This change reflects our expanded commitment to youth cycling and our aspirations to inspire young riders nationwide.
A Decade of Growth and a Vision for the Future:
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Youth Cycling Revival: Our big goal is to develop a national youth cycling education framework for Pre-K through Middle School ages, aspiring to double the number of kids on bikes in the US and return youth cycling to its levels in the year 2000, fostering a healthier, more active generation.
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Combating Childhood Mental Health Decline: According to the Centers For Disease Control (CDC), in the decade leading up to the pandemic, there was already a 40% increase in feelings of persistent sadness and hopelessness, as well as in suicidal thoughts and behaviors among young people. In an era marked by a significant decline in childhood mental health, cycling emerges as a crucial tool; offering a physical and mental counterbalance to the increasingly sedentary, indoor, digital childhood.
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Expansion into New Markets: Building on our success in NW Arkansas and Kansas City, we’re expanding into Dallas-Ft Worth in 2024. This growth is complemented by the launch of online classes for families nationwide and consulting services for other youth cycling program providers.
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Bentonville: Our Home and National Model: While extending our reach, Bentonville remains our cherished home base and the pinnacle of our model of support for youth and family cycling. Our continued presence here plays a pivotal role in highlighting this model cycling community on a national stage.
